Paris – Porte de Versailles

09–11 February 2026

Paris – Porte de Versailles

Shochu & Awamori
Masterclass

Shochu & Awamori

Room 4 – Speakeasy – Hall 5.2
Monday, Feb 10, 2025
14:00 - 15:00 CET
5.2

Masterclass

English
About
Free entrance: First come, first seated

Steeped in history and tradition, shochu reigns supreme as Japan’s most beloved spirit. Journey to Kyushu and Okinawa, the birthplaces of shochu and awamori, the Japanese koji based spirits, and uncover the secrets behind its diverse categories and production methods.

With various raw materials such as rice, barley, sweet potato and sugarcane, traditional single distillation and singular ageing techniques, shochu offers a fascinating glimpse into Japanese craftsmanship.

Explore the art of shochu appreciation, including regional variations and ideal food pairings.

Speaker

Alexandre VINGTIER

Global Spirit ConsultantAlexandre Vingtier Consulting